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News, trends, and analysis of the trades and services industry, including regulations and market data.

Skilled tradespeople working on the construction of a large, modern data center, highlighting the human labor required for AI infrastructure development.

AI in trades will create new jobs, but ethical questions loom large.

A single hyperscale data center, essential for AI operations, demands up to 2 million person-hours of skilled labor.

Rick Donovan· Apr 24· 3 min
Split image showing an AI robot arm and a skilled tradesperson working, symbolizing the intersection of technology and manual labor in the future of work.

Lowe's CEO: AI won't replace skilled trades, but training is key.

The U.S. will need approximately 350,000 more construction workers by 2026, a shortfall projected to jump to 456,000 by 2027. This demand grows even as AI dominates headlines about job displacement. A

Ben Foster· Apr 17· 3 min
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How Evolving Skilled Trades Apprenticeships Boost Workforce Development and Wages

Apprentices earn a competitive wage from day one, a core benefit driving the latest trends in skilled trades apprenticeship programs. Federal investment and a focus on diversity are reshaping workforce development across multiple industries.

Ben Foster· Apr 1· 7 min
Young adults in Gen Z actively participating in skilled trades, showcasing a modern and professional approach to vocational careers.

Gen Z Favors Trades Over College Amidst Economic Shifts

In spring 2026, enrollment in undergraduate certificate programs, commonly offered by trade schools, surged by 10.

Ben Foster· Jun 7· 2 min
A sophisticated smart home control center interface displaying real-time data on energy management and automation, representing the future of smart home technology.

Smart Home Tech's Growing Role: What CEDIA 2026 Means for Service Providers

Denver hosts the CEDIA Expo/CIX from September 1-4, 2026.

Rick Donovan· Apr 28· 2 min
Diverse apprentices learning and working together in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing trades on a construction site.

What Are Skilled Trades Apprenticeships and Why Do They Matter?

The number of female apprentices in the U.

Ben Foster· Apr 24· 4 min
A skilled robotics technician meticulously working on advanced AI-powered machinery in a futuristic workshop, highlighting human expertise in the age of automation.

Skilled Trades and AI: Why Hands-On Expertise Is Still Key

Since late 2022, demand for robotics technicians has surged by 107%.

Rick Donovan· May 2· 2 min
Split image contrasting a digital AI interface with a skilled tradesperson working with their hands, symbolizing job security in trades.

AI Won't Master Skilled Trades: Your Hands-On Expertise Is Safe

At just 23, diesel engine repair technician Cale Mouser earns well over six figures.

Rick Donovan· Apr 16· 2 min